Deputy Principal

ADvTECH; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Gauteng is looking for a qualified educational leader. This role requires overseeing academic programs, engaging with parents, and managing school operations. Candidates should possess a degree and teaching qualification, along with at least 5 years of management experience in an educational setting. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years Teaching and Management experience in a similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead as a member of the management team of the School.
• Co-ordinate academic and timetabling programmes.
• Conduct parent interviews and respond to parental needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Conflict management

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Recognised Degree

4-year post-matric Teaching Qualification

Job description

The ADvTECH Schools Division leads the private sector in the field of education, contributing meaningfully towards the sustainable development of human capacity in South Africa.

Responsibilities will include:

• To lead as a member of the management team of the School;
• Co-ordination of the academic and timetabling programmes;
• To conduct parent interviews and respond to parental needs;
• To implement and maintain the Code of Conduct;
• Events co-ordination and management;
• Marketing, Public Relations and Advertising management;
• Student discipline;
• To develop Student Leadership
• Co-ordinate outreach programmes;
• Financial management and control;
• Driving and managing innovation, research, development and implementation of initiatives;
• Provide academic leadership and guidance;
• Project management.

Competencies required:

• An open and creative outlook to education;
• Ability to motivate and deal empathetically at all levels;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with colleagues, students and parents;
• Energetic, self-motivated and able to use own initiative
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills;
• Good communication skills;
• Conflict management skills;
• Computer literacy is imperative;
• Must be a team player;
• SACE Registration.

Requirement:

• Minimum requirement is a recognised Degree and/or 4-year post-matric Teaching Qualification.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years Teaching and Management experience in the same or similar type of position in a similar environment